How To Put Out a Candle Fire in 4 Fast Steps
According to the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) Home Candle Fire report, 37% of fires from candles start in the bedroom. The fires happen when people fall asleep while burning a candle, or because they keep the flame too close to bedding, decorations, or curtains. Every week...
How to Deal with Fire Damage at Your Hotel
If you've recently experienced a fire at your hotel, you might be wondering what to do now that the fire has been extinguished and you're left with the aftermath of the flames.At ServiceMaster of Lake Shore, we frequently perform restorative services for hotels that have...
How to Clean Smoke Damage after a House Fire like a Pro
A fire is one of the most devastating events a person can experience. Not only is a fire terrifying, but it can cause extensive damage. Even if the flames were contained quickly and your home is still standing, lingering smoke odor and soot can wreak havoc...
How to Find the Best Commercial Restoration Contractor in Chicago, IL
Has your Chicago commercial property sustained fire or water damage? If so, you need a commercial restoration company to help you clean up and repair the damages. The question, though, is how to choose the right one. Here at ServiceMaster of Lake Shore, we restore Chicago...
How to Get Rid of Ice Dams: A Complete Guide
Harsh winters are expected nationwide this year with heavy snowfall, cutting winds, and freezing temperatures. The snow and below-freezing weather create more stress on your home and can create ice dams that trap water on your roof. Each winter, we here at ServiceMaster of Lake Shore...
10 Warning Signs of a Burst Water Pipe in Chicago
When temperatures drop, water can freeze and cause pipes to burst. Bursts and leaks can also happen due to high water pressure or corrosion. A damaged water pipe often results in a plumbing bill and a mess to clean up. At ServiceMaster of Lake Shore, one...
Help! My Water Heater Burst: What Should I Do?
Chances are, you don’t spend much time thinking about your water heater. If it supplies hot water when you need it, you probably take the appliance for granted...
How to Put Out a Furnace Fire Fast
Your furnace is a critical component of your household’s heating system, but what happens when it malfunctions? As frightening as it sounds, furnace fires do happen. Here at ServiceMaster of Lake Shore, we tackle the aftermath of furnace fires every winter in Chicago, so we’re familiar...
What To Do When a Frozen Pipe Bursts: A Complete Guide
Winter is just around the corner. In most places, that means one thing: Cold weather is coming. And with it comes the risk of frozen and burst pipes. In addition to being a big mess, frozen pipes can be an expensive problem to fix. According to data from...
How to Maintain the HVAC System in Your Chicago Building
Try to imagine Chicago businesses without commercial building HVAC systems. It happens more often than you might think. When heating, cooling or ductwork equipment fails, the expense doesn't end with HVAC repairs. You have to deal with tenant disruptions, lost business and unhappy employees. As a...
5 Important Office Cleaning Tips for Chicago Buildings
There’s no better way to start the week than to walk into a nice, clean office on Monday morning. Even in the days before COVID, a clean Chicago office was a sign of productivity and high employee morale. Today, thanks to COVID-19, a clean office is...
6 Chicago Basement Flood Prevention Tips You Should Know
Finding water in your basement is never a welcome surprise. In addition to being stressful, it can be costly and dangerous, putting your health and the safety of your family at risk. Here at ServiceMaster of Lake Shore, we provide flooded basement cleanup services for customers...